I’ve had a long journey that, looking back, makes me wonder what I was thinking along the way. To keep it short, I was an engineering major until my senior year of college. I finally changed my major to Psychology as I came to the realization that graduation was approaching and I’d have to make a living doing something I hate. It’s a lot easier when you’re a student to not be as concerned about how happy you are with your major (aka future career).
After an extra 2 semesters I took Post-Baccalaureate courses and in the process decided I wanted to teach and work with students, as that has been the most rewarding aspect of the past decade. I started a PhD program in Neuroscience and Psychology and after 6 grueling years, had my degree. They say that doing a Postdoc never hurts – so I accepted one. I finished my Postdoc at a major medical school and am currently teaching at a community college.
I’ve realized that while I enjoy research, my love of teaching will always take precedent. I also love mentoring undergraduates. Not surprisingly, I am applying to liberal arts colleges where I can teach, have my own lab, and share my research and teaching interests with undergraduate students. Eventually, I’d like a position with more student contact combined with administrative responsibilities.
So I’m currently an ex-Postdoc turned instructor. I’m trying to mix a lot of my past experiences with my current ones, so that I won’t have to change the title of this blog. So here goes.
